So it occurred to me that the 28 million or so people in the US with Type 2 diabetes might need some dietary guidance from a holistic nutritionist that understands the tremendous impact food has on your health and whose education was not sponsored by Kraft, General Mills or Sara Lee.

Let’s start with…

Foods to eat with Type 2 diabetesSalmon and cod: The Omega-3 essential fatty acids in fish like salmon and cod provide crucial support to your metabolism including maintaining proper insulin levels. Note that tuna is also high in Omega-3s, but it is also highly contaminated with mercury which is a known neurotoxin.

Legumes: Legumes are packed with fiber and protein and help regulate blood sugar.

Onions: Onions are rich in chromium, which is an important mineral to help regulate blood sugar.

Tomatoes: Tomatoes are also a good source of chromium, plus they are loaded with antioxidant nutrients.

Red and purple fruits: The anthocyanins (phytonutrients) found in cranberries, cherries, blueberries and similar fruits may help lower blood sugar levels.

Dried fruits: Although fruit is generally a healthy food, the water is removed from dried fruits so therefore what is left is a dense food with a high concentration of sugar that is very easy to overeat.Fruit juices: Similar to dried fruits, fruit juices have had much of the fiber and some nutrients removed, leaving a very sugary beverage that it’s easy to consume excessive amounts of.

Trans-fats: Trans-fats are directly linked to insulin resistance as well as an increased risk of blood clots and heart disease. Trans-fats are hiding in margarines, shortenings and any food item containing hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils.

Artificial sweeteners: Although hailed by many dietitians as helpful to keep sugar intake low, artificial sweeteners are extremely dangerous to your health. For example, according to researchers, these chronic conditions can be triggered or worsened by consuming aspartame:

Brain tumors

Epilepsy

Chronic fatigue syndrome

Parkinson's disease

Alzheimer's disease

Fibromyalgia

Helpful supplementsThere are also supplements that have been shown to be very helpful to many people with Type 2 diabetes (be sure to let your doctor know what supplements you are taking):

Omega-3 essential fatty acids: A fish oil formula like VitalMega-3 can help make sure you have the Omega-3 EFAs your body needs to help control blood sugar levels and reduce heart disease risk.

Probiotics: Colds, flu and infections can send your blood glucose soaring through the roof, and your best protection against sickness is to help support a strong and sharp immune system with probiotic supplementation. Super Shield multi-strain probiotic formula is as good as it gets for beefing up your population of friendly, helpful bacteria that will help encourage healthy immune function.

Coenzyme Q-10: CoQ10 plays an important role in energy production in your body.

Alpha lipoic acid: This antioxidant assists your body in using glucose, and neutralizes free radicals in your body that are involved in insulin resistance.

5 comments:

As always : your advice and bringing health risks in focus is very appreciated. Right now I am just worried about (/a little ;) about whaty pre diabetes testing will show ?! So the subject is right on time !I am feeling great and get the super shield all the time for me and family. Keep remind us to do the right thing and thank you !

As always : your advice and bringing health risks in focus is very appreciated. Right now I am just worried about (/a little ;) about whaty pre diabetes testing will show ?! So the subject is right on time !I am feeling great and get the super shield all the time for me and family. Keep remind us to do the right thing and thank you !

How can you put any kind of fish in what you should eat, as well as oils, really if your going to give advice maybe you should give the right advice. Tell people to get a hold of Dr John McDougall 's proper eating he cures type 2 diabetes, and can also totally control type 1 and sometimes cure it as well as obesity, cancers etc.